Climate Change is a clear and present issue affecting all sectors. In light of this, the Government has undertaken a 3.57 billion dollar Pilot Programme for Climate Resilience (PPCR).
The government is prioritizing support to the Micro, Small and Medium Sized Enterprise MSME Sector. This is because the sector is seen as a catalyst for transforming the economy and helping to make Jamaica the place of choice to live, work, raise families and do business
A critical component of improving the safety and security of our citizens is strengthening the performance and accountability framework of the Jamaica Constabulary Force (JCF).
On today’s programme Dr. Shallal outlines how he will work with IT professionals within the Government service to implement the modernization measures.
In today’s programme we tell you about the government’s efforts to provide assistance for the elderly as it seeks to create social inclusion and protection for the most vulnerable.
The plan to develop Jamaica as a global logistics hub is a major part of the government long-term growth strategy.The hub represents an investment opportunity of some seven to eight billion US dollars and is expected to allow Jamaica to take full economic advantage of the opportunities presented by the widening of the Panama Canal
The Government has opened a Restorative Justice Centre and offices including the Supreme Court Western Regional Registry; Montego Bay Legal Aid Clinic; and the Western Administrator General’s Department in western Jamaica.The move forms part of the Government’s thrust to make justice accessible to all citizens regardless of their location or socio-economic situation.
The Government has identified the creation of a modern responsive and efficient public service to support national development. This is key in ensuring that the country is equipped to meet the development goals that will transform Jamaica into the place of choice to live work raise families and do business.
Creating an environment that will allow persons with disabilities to function optimally in society is critical to achieving the goals set out in the Vision 2030 Jamaica - National Development Plan.This forms part of the Government’s strategic priority of ensuring effective social inclusion. Today we highlight some of Government’s efforts to provide opportunities for persons with disabilities.
pursuing several initiatives to provide all Jamaicans access to potable drinking water. One such is the recent signing of a 4.9 Billion dollar contract with Israeli-based Company, Miya, aimed at reducing the amount of water lost by the National Water Commission, NWC, to leaks and theft.
Modernization through technology is a strategic priority of the Jamaica Constabulary Force (JCF) to boost efficiency and foster improved safety and security.Modernization projects include: the e-station diary initiative; upgrade and expansion of the telecommunication system; upgrade of mobile radios and the automated palm and fingerprinting information system as well as the property maintenance unit.
Fostering social inclusion and providing greater protection for vulnerable Jamaicans remains a priority of the Government.Today we tell you about some initiatives being undertaken to protect the nation’s children
Climate change continues to impact key sectors in Jamaica. Chief among these is the Agricultural Sector. With the variations in rainfall, particularly extended dry spells, crops and livestock continue to be affected. In light of this, the Government of Jamaica through the Ministry of Agriculture and Fisheries, has adopted a proactive approach to the reality of persistent dry spells a feature of...